AI: Meryl Streep, Katharine Hepburn, and Bette Davis Compared: Oscars Best Actress Nominations
Streep’s chameleon-like brilliance lets her embody any character. Hepburn brought wit and elegance to strong female leads. Davis blazed a trail for complex characters with her fierce on-screen presence. All three redefined what it meant to be a leading lady, leaving an indelible mark on cinema.
“Meryl Streep can take on any face, accent, or soul. It’s like watching a different actress every time.” – Dustin Hoffman (on Streep’s transformative ability)
“Katharine Hepburn: the embodiment of intelligent, strong women on screen, long before it was fashionable.” – Jane Fonda (on Hepburn’s portrayal of feminist ideals)
“Bette Davis? A firecracker. She wasn’t afraid to be vicious, vulnerable, complex – all in the same breath.” – Marlene Dietrich (on Davis’s fearless acting choices)